Passage along the

Danube River Vienna to the Black Sea

aboard the Exclusively Chartered Deluxe Amadeus Queen

October 12 to 24, 2019

Dear Texas Ex:

The Danube River has ranked among the world’s most impressive waterways with the passage of Roman legions, crusading knights, the indomitable Janissaries of the Ottomans and the proud Hussars of the Habsburgs. A channel for commerce, culture and conquest, the Danube links the heartland of Central Europe with the nations beyond the Black Sea. Join us for an extraordinary cruise along nearly the entire length of this fabled river, from the Habsburgs’ imperial capital of Vienna, a UNESCO World Heritage site, to the pearl‑blue Black Sea.

This exceptional travel program features seven countries and the enchanting eastern Danube River Valley, a region steeped in natural beauty that remains virtually untouched and unknown to many American travelers. Cruise for nine nights aboard the exclusively chartered, deluxe Amadeus Queen, launched in 2018, and spend two nights in Romania’s elegant capital of Bucharest where the splendid architecture has earned it the nickname “Little Paris.”

A rich mosaic of medieval cities, charming villages, rugged countrysides and centuries‑old tales and traditions awaits you. Traverse the ancient lands of Bulgaria, the relatively young territories of Serbia and eastern Croatia, the spectacular Carpathian Mountains, Hungary’s fabled Puszta (plains) and the glittering, UNESCO World Heritage‑designated palaces of Budapest. Admire a masterful display of horsemanship on a Hungarian farm. Cruise through the dramatic Iron Gates dividing the Carpathian and Balkan Mountains—where no fewer than six languages are spoken—and experience the fascinating Slavic heritage of medieval Belgrade.

Deepen your knowledge of the Danube with our Pre‑Program Option in the world‑class city of Vienna and the Post‑Program Option in mysterious Transylvania, where local lore surrounding the legend of Dracula lives on in the enchanting countryside.

This outstanding itinerary is brought to you by the Texas Exes Flying Longhorns travel program, which supports the association’s mission of promoting and protecting The University of Texas at Austin and uniting its alumni around the world.

The association is a huge proponent of continuing education and there is no better classroom than our world. Experience rich history and culture in the company of your fellow Longhorns! Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime? We’re standing by to answer all of your questions and/or take your reservation. Capacity is limited on this popular program and it may sell out quickly. Contact Shelley Norton to secure your spot at shelley.norton@texasexes.org, 512‑840‑5628, or 1‑800‑594‑3938. You may fax the included reservation form to her at 512‑672‑6134.

Additional information about all Texas Exes Flying Longhorns trips can be found at TexasExes.org/Travel.

Best regards,

Shelley Norton Janice GarciaDirector of Travel Travel CoordinatorFlying Longhorns Flying Longhorns

T he Route of Emperors and Kings

U.S./Vienna, AustriaSaturday and Sunday, October 12 and 13Depart the U.S. and arrive in Vienna. Embark the deluxe Amadeus Queen. Attend the Captain’s Welcome

Reception and dinner this evening. Bratislava, SlovakiaMonday, October 14Dock in Slovakia’s capital in the foothills of the Carpathian Mountain range.

Beautifully restored since the end of the Cold War, the city showcases 21st‑century life amid its thousand‑year‑old history. Enjoy a walking tour of the city’s Staré Mesto (Old Town) and its medieval, Renaissance and 19th‑century architecture, among the finest in Central Europe. Visit the Romanesque 14th‑century Cathedral of St. Martin and the elaborate Primatial Palace, and see St. Michael’s Gate, Bratislava’s oldest preserved medieval fortification, originally built in 1300.

Cruise the beautiful Danube River.

Cover photo: Cruise through the Iron Gates between the Carpathian and Balkan Mountains, Serbia and Romania’s natural boundary.

Photo this page: Enjoy the perspective of Hungary’s Parliament Building from the top deck of the Amadeus Queen.

The legendary Danube River and its venerable banks are a powerful symbol of the diverse cultures and epic narratives of Central Europe. Fifth‑century B.C. philosopher Herodotus declared it “the greatest of all rivers which we know” when Greeks traveled from the Black Sea through the naturally carved Iron Gates. The land was ruled by the Roman, Ottoman and Byzantine Empires, creating some of the world’s most intriguing capital cities along the banks including Vienna, Bratislava, Belgrade and Budapest. Journey through the unparalleled natural beauty of the Carpathian Mountains, even more captivating in the warm autumn light, as the river winds through scenic landscapes. The Danube School, an expressive style of 16th‑century German landscape painting, emerged from the wild beauty of the Danube valley, inspiring artists of this movement with its flora and fauna, flowing waters, fir trees and natural glow. In addition to fine art, the river remains inextricably linked to the famous melody of Johann Strauss II’s waltz “An der Schönen blauen Donau (The Blue Danube).” The history and culture of this captivating region are a jewel of Central and Eastern Europe, continuing to intrigue and inspire musicians, writers, artists and travelers all over the world.

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Budapest, HungaryTuesday, October 15Referred to as the “most Hungarian Habsburg,” Austrian‑born Archduke Joseph is credited with creating in Budapest an imperial capital that rivaled Vienna. The embankments of the centuries‑old twin cities of Buda and Pest, facing each other across the Danube, and the famous Buda Castle Quarter are a designated UNESCO World Heritage site. Begin in Pest to see the neo‑Gothic limestone Parliament Building, built between 1884 and 1904 on the river’s banks. Pass through Heroes’ Square and admire the monuments honoring the Magyar chiefs who conquered Hungary in A.D. 896. Drive along elegant Andrássy Avenue and see the 19th‑century, neo‑Renaissance Hungarian State Opera House, one of the most beautiful performing arts venues in the world. Cross the landmark Chain Bridge, the first stone bridge to link river‑level Pest to the hills of Buda. On Castle Hill, visit the late‑19th‑century, neo‑Romanesque Fisherman’s Bastion and Gothic‑style St. Matthias Church, where Charles I, the last Habsburg ruler, was coronated in 1916. Enjoy your afternoon at leisure in Budapest.

KalocsaWednesday, October 16Enjoy a scenic drive across Hungary’s protected Puszta, one of Europe’s largest expanses of

rolling grassland plains. Visit a working horse farm to see a performance of authentic Hungarian horsemanship and enjoy a traditional lunch in the farm’s restaurant. In Kalocsa, well‑known for its creation of intricately patterned, brightly hued Hungarian embroidery, visit the fascinating House of Folk Art and Paprika Museum for further insights into local art and the traditional methods of cultivating paprika, the spice referred to as “red gold.”

Vukovar, Croatia/Novi Sad, SerbiaThursday, October 17Visit remarkably renewed Vukovar, “The Hero’s Town,” and see 18th‑century Eltz Manor, the Baroque Church of St. Nicholas and the iconic water tower. Visit the restored Baroque Church of Sts. Philip and James and see its intricate stained‑glass windows. Novi Sad, the capital of Serbia’s autonomous province Vojvodina, is home to the 18th‑century, hilltop Petrovaradin Fortress, the “Gibraltar on the Danube.” Enjoy a walking tour through the Stari Grad (Old Town) and see the city’s most beautiful buildings—the neo‑Renaissance Town Hall and the neo‑Gothic Name of Mary Church. On a panoramic tour of quaint Sremski Karlovci, see the 19th‑century Patriarchate Court and the Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas with its two impressive bell towers. Savor two regional favorites, wine and honey, with tastings in the Zivanovic Wine Cellar and the Museum of Beekeeping.

BelgradeFriday, October 18Tracing its origins from the Stone Age and followed by Romans, Byzantines, Serbs, Turks and Austrians, each era left a lasting impression on Belgrade. Enjoy a walking tour of historic Terazije Square and the domed Temple of St. Sava, Serbia’s patron saint. Visit the strategic Kalemegdan Fortress, one of the world’s oldest fortifications, commissioned by Byzantine Emperor Justinian I in A.D. 535. Tour the famous “House of Flowers” memorial dedicated to former Yugoslavia’s longstanding leader, Josip Broz Tito.

Admire Belgrade's Temple of St. Sava, the world's second largest Orthodox church and a beacon of culture.

Admire the elaborate interior frescoes of the neo‑Byzantine Constanţa Cathedral.

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Donji Milanovac/ Cruising through the Iron GatesSaturday, October 19Tour Lepenski Vir, home to an exceptional Paleolithic exhibit, the oldest urban settlement in Europe. Enjoy spectacular views of the Danube Gorge, which opens before you in dramatic, autumnal glory. Cruise through southeastern Europe’s picturesque scenery, passing the dramatic Golubac Fortress, guardian to the legendary Iron Gates, which were naturally carved by the Danube River in its passage through the Transylvanian Alps.

Nikopol, Bulgaria, for Arbanasi and Veliko Târnovo/RuseSunday, October 20Dock in Nikopol and travel to the quiet, 12th‑century hillside village of Arbanasi, where nearly 90 historical buildings are protected monuments. See distinctive stone houses, famous for their fortified Bulgarian architecture and richly decorated interiors. Learn more about the comfortable life of a 17th‑century merchant in the perfectly preserved Konstantsaliev House and admire elaborate icons and frescoes in the 15th‑century Birth of Christ Church.

Continue to the medieval town of Veliko Târnovo, historic capital of the Bulgarian Empire between the 12th and 14th centuries. Have lunch in a local restaurant, enjoy a brief walking tour of the historic town center—an open‑air museum—and see the impressive 12th‑century Tsarevets Fortress. Reboard the ship in Ruse.

Feteşti, Romania, for ConstanţaMonday, October 21The principal seaport of Constanţa in Romania was established as the Greek trading settlement of Tomis in the sixth century B.C.; later ruled by Romans, Byzantines and Ottoman Turks; and today remains a magnificent composite of these ancient civilizations. Many elegant mansions and hotels remain from the 19th century, when King Carol I decided to revive Constanţa as a port and seaside resort. Walk through the city’s historic Old Town to see the Roman poet Ovid’s famous statue in Ovidiu Square. Stop in Adamclisi, where the Tropaeum Traiani commemorates Roman Emperor Trajan’s victory over the Dacians in A.D. 102. Attend the Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner this evening.

Enjoy the style of Constanţa’s Art Nouveau Old Casino, inaugurated 1910, an ode to the city’s belle époque.

See St. Michael’s Gate and regard its elegant copper roof, a prominent symbol of Bratislava.

View the Patriarch’s Cathedral of the Ascension, crowning the medieval citadel of Veliko Târnovo.

Admire the elaborate interior frescoes of the neo‑Byzantine Constanţa Cathedral.

Visit Bucharest’s Palace of Parliament, which took seven hundred architects and 20,000 builders over five years to construct and houses three museums.

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The elegant precision of Austria’s native son Mozart inspired the meticulous crafting of the new Amadeus Queen, launched in 2018 and featuring the comforts of a refined and traditional hotel. The 81 stylish Staterooms and Suites are among the most spacious of any European river ship (161 to 284 square feet). Suites include a private balcony, and select Staterooms feature a unique floor‑to‑ceiling window that lowers to French‑balcony height at the touch of a button. Accommodations have two twin beds or one queen bed, individual climate control, sitting area and private bathroom with shower. Most have a minibar. The delightful restaurant offers scenic views through panoramic windows as well as continental cuisine featuring fresh, local ingredients. Daily meals include early‑risers’ coffee, buffet breakfast and lunch, afternoon tea, four‑course dinner with complimentary wine and beer, and late‑evening snack. For your leisure time on board there are two bars, an open‑air lounge, complimentary Wi‑Fi, beauty salon, boutique, massage room, fitness studio, indoor pool and Sun Deck. An elevator serves all passenger decks except the Sun Deck. There is no doctor on board. The Amadeus fleet has been awarded the important “Green Certificate” of environmental preservation.

Exclusively Chartered Deluxe ms Amadeus Queen

Enjoy the style of Constanţa’s Art Nouveau Old Casino, inaugurated 1910, an ode to the city’s belle époque.

Feteşti/BucharestTuesday, October 22Disembark the ship in Feteşti and drive through the rolling Romanian campii (plains) to the multifaceted city of Bucharest. Along the capital’s grand boulevard, visit the Palace of Parliament, Europe’s largest administrative building, and the open‑air National Village Museum, both testaments to Romania’s fascinating political and architectural history. Check into the Five‑Star Athénée Palace Hilton Bucharest, ideally located on Piaţa George Enescu, named after Romania’s most famous composer.

BucharestWednesday, October 23Visit the National Art Museum in the 19th‑century Royal Palace, housing Romania’s finest collection of artistic treasures. Your afternoon is at leisure; the Farewell Reception is in the hotel this evening.

Bucharest/U.S.Thursday, October 24After breakfast, continue on the Castles of Transylvania Post‑Program Option or transfer to the airport for your return flight home.

Explore Novi Sad’s Freedom Square, known for its remarkable 18th‑century architecture; the city will be a European Capital of Culture in 2021.

Included FeaturesOn Board the Exclusively Chartered, Deluxe Amadeus Queen

◆◆ Nine‑night Danube River cruise from Vienna, Austria, to Fetesti, Romania.

◆◆ Deluxe, river‑view, air‑conditioned Suite or Stateroom.◆◆ All meals served aboard ship.◆◆ Complimentary wine and beer served with

lunch and dinner. ◆◆ Captain’s Welcome and Farewell Receptions and

Farewell Dinner.◆◆ Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship.◆◆ Guided tour of Bratislava’s well‑preserved medieval

Staré Mesto (Old Town).◆◆ Tour of Budapest, a UNESCO World Heritage site,

including visits to the Fisherman’s Bastion and St. Matthias Church.

◆◆ Excursion to the Hungarian Puszta (plains), for a demonstration of horsemanship and lunch at a traditional restaurant.

◆◆ Visit to Kalocsa, famous for its fine Hungarian embroidery, to tour its House of Folk Art and Paprika Museum.

◆◆ City tour of Vukovar, featuring the Eltz Manor, two Baroque churches and the water tower.

◆◆ Excursion to Novi Sad to see its Stari Grad (Old Town) and to Sremski Karlovci to see the Patriarchate Court and the Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas.

◆◆ Wine and honey tastings in the Zivanovic Wine Cellar and Museum of Beekeeping in Sremski Karlovci.

◆◆ Tour of Serbia’s capital of Belgrade, featuring the medieval city center, Kalemegdan Fortress and the Josip Broz Tito memorial.

◆◆ Passage through the dramatic Iron Gates, carved by the Danube River, dividing the Carpathian and Balkan Mountains.

◆◆ Excursion to the archaeological excavation at Lepenski Vir for insight into one of the oldest Danube cultures.

◆◆ Excursion to Arbanasi known for its unique stone architecture, with visits to the Konstantsaliev House and the Birth of Christ Church.

◆◆ Visit to the Bulgarian Empire capital of Veliko Târnovo, with lunch.

◆◆ Walking tour of the Old Town in Constanţa.◆◆ Stop in Adamclisi to see the Roman Tropaeum

Traiani monument.Scenic transfer from Feteşti to Bucharest.

In Bucharest, Romania◆◆ Two nights in the Five‑Star Athénée Palace Hilton,

with breakfast each morning.◆◆ Farewell Reception in the hotel.◆◆ City tour to visit the Palace of Parliament.◆◆ Tour of the open‑air National Village Museum,

a comprehensive collection of Romania’s rural architecture.◆◆ Visit to the National Art Museum, housed in the

19th‑century Royal Palace.Always Included

◆◆ Transfers and luggage handling abroad if your arrival(s)/departure(s) coincide with the

scheduled group transfer(s).◆◆ Experienced, English‑speaking local guides for

included excursions.◆◆ Gratuities to local guides and drivers on included

excursions and transfers.◆◆ Complimentary bottled water in your Suite or Stateroom

aboard ship and on excursions.◆◆ Hospitality desk in the hotels and aboard the ship.◆◆ Experienced Gohagan & Company Travel Directors at

your service.◆◆ Complimentary use of an audio headset during

guided excursions.◆◆ Automatic $250,000 flight insurance policy for each

participant ticketed on flights by Gohagan & Company.

Imperial ViennaPre-Program Option

The former seat of the Habsburg Empire and one of Europe’s most vibrant cultural centers, Vienna showcases an open‑air museum of splendid Baroque architecture in its historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Drive along the famous Ringstrasse to see this remarkable city’s most important landmarks and visit the Gothic‑style Stephansdom (St. Stephen’s Cathedral). Learn more about the Austrian Empire in the Habsburgs’ summer estate at Schönbrunn Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Spend two nights in the deluxe InterContinental Wien.

Castles of TransylvaniaPost-Program Option

Enjoy mystical Transylvania, Latin for “the land beyond the forest,” and central Romania’s rich medieval heritage. Admire the auburn splendor of the Carpathian Mountains, an evocative backdrop of grand medieval castles with soaring spires where the Gothic narrative of Count Dracula lives on through local storytelling. Tour the elegant, 19th‑century fairy‑tale Peleş Castle, one of the most beautiful castles in Europe, the imposing, 14th‑century Bran Castle, known as “Dracula’s Castle,” Romania’s beloved Queen Marie’s former summer residence. Visit the Gothic Black Church in Braşov and tour the UNESCO World Heritage medieval town of Sighişoara, the birthplace of Vlad Țepeş (Dracula). Spend two nights in the ideally located, deluxe Aro Palace in BraȘov and one night in the Five‑Star Athénée Palace Hilton Bucharest.Pre-Program and Post-Program Options are available at additional cost. Details will be provided with your reservation confirmation.

Visit the Habsburgs’ exquisite Schönbrunn Palace, where six‑year‑old Mozart performed for Empress Maria Theresa.

Tour Peleş Castle, commissioned by Romania’s longest‑serving monarch in 1873 and one of Europe’s best‑preserved palaces.

PASSAGE ALONG THE DANUBE RIVER reservation form

Please make my/our reservation(s) in Stateroom Category:1st choice _____ 2nd choice _____o Double occupancy (two twin beds).o Double occupancy (one queen bed).o Single accommodations.o I am reserving as a single but prefer

to share accommodations and will allow you to select my roommate (shares cannot be guaranteed).

Please make my/our reservation(s):Imperial Vienna Pre‑Program Optiono Double at $795 per person.o Single at $1095 per person.o I am reserving as a single but prefer

to share accommodations and will allow you to select my roommate (shares cannot be guaranteed).

Castles of Transylvania Post‑Program Optiono Double at $1095 per person.o Single at $1395 per person.o I am reserving as a single but prefer

to share accommodations and will allow you to select my roommate (shares cannot be guaranteed).

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Program reservations require a deposit of $800 per person and $200 per person Imperial Vienna Pre‑Program Option and/or $200 per person Castles of Transylvania Post‑Program Option. By reserving and depositing on this program, I/we agree to the Release of Liability, Assumption of Risk and Binding Arbitration Agreement as printed on the outside back cover of this brochure.

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All FINAL PAYMENTS are required to be made by check or wire transfer by July 9, 2019.

Stateroom Category ‡

LAND/CRUISE TARIFF excluding taxes*Per person, based on double occupancy

Early Booking Tariff* through

April 9, 2019

Tariff* after

April 9, 2019

7 Stateroom with small window. Haydn Deck, aft. (limited availability) $4495 $5495

6 Stateroom with small window. Haydn Deck, forward. (limited availability) $4895 $5895

5 Stateroom with small window. Haydn Deck, midship. $5495 $6495

4 Stateroom with floor-to-ceiling panoramic window that lowers to French-balcony height; minibar. Strauss Deck, aft. (limited availability) $5995 $6995

3 Stateroom with floor-to-ceiling panoramic window that lowers to French-balcony height; minibar. Strauss Deck, forward. (limited availability) $6395 $7395

2 Stateroom with floor-to-ceiling panoramic window that lowers to French-balcony height; minibar. Strauss Deck, midship. $6995 $7995

1 Stateroom with floor-to-ceiling panoramic window that lowers to French-balcony height; minibar. Mozart Deck, mid and aft. $7395 $8395

Junior Suite

Suite with private balcony, (sliding glass doors with railing), sofa, bath robes and minibar. Mozart Deck, forward. $7995 $8995

Singles are available in category 5 at $9195* and in category 2 at $11595* on or before April 9, 2019. Add $1000 for reservations made after April 9, 2019.

*Taxes are an additional $130 per person and are subject to change.‡ Amadeus Queen has been specially contracted for this tour, and the applicable deck plan is available on request from Gohagan & Company and reflects the only valid cabin categorization of the vessel.

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Make your reservations by calling Ms. Shelley Norton at (512) 840‑5628 or (800) 594‑3938 or fax this completed form to her at (512) 672‑6134. You may direct questions to her at shelley.norton@texasexes.org.

Membership in Texas Exes is a requirement for participation in the Flying Longhorns travel program. At least one membership is required from among each family traveling. Alumni, friends of the University, UT faculty and staff, and parents of current UT students are welcome to join. Our dues are 80% tax‑deductible!

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Participants interested in this program should be in good health and able to walk at a moderate pace, without assistance, for a few miles on uneven terrain. You should be able to climb, without assistance, multiple sets of stairs that may not have handrails.

RELEASE OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND BINDING ARBITRATION AGREEMENTRESPONSIBILITY: Gohagan & Company, the sponsoring associations/organizations, and its and their employees, shareholders, subsidiaries, affiliates, officers, directors or trustees, successors, and assigns (collectively “Gohagan”), do not own or operate any entity which is to or does provide goods or services for your trip including, for example, lodging facilities, airline, vessel, or other transportation companies, guides or guide services, local ground operators, providers or organizers of optional excursions, food service or entertainment providers, etc. All such persons and entities are independent contractors. As a result, Gohagan is not liable for any negligent or willful act or failure to act of any such person or entity or of any other third party. In addition and without limitation, Gohagan is not responsible for any injury, loss, death, inconvenience, delay, or damage to person or property in connection with the provision of any goods or services whether resulting from, but not limited to, acts of God or force majeure, acts of government, acts of war or civil unrest, insurrection or revolt, bites from or attacks by animals, insects or pests, strikes or other labor activities, criminal or terrorist activities of any kind or the threat thereof, sickness, illness, epidemics or the threat thereof, the lack of availability of or access to medical attention or the quality thereof, overbooking or downgrading of accommodations, mechanical or other failure of airplanes, vessels, or other means of transportation, or for any failure of any transportation mechanism to arrive or depart timely or safely. If due to weather, flight schedules or other uncontrollable factors, you are required to spend an additional night(s), you will be responsible for your own hotel, transfers and meal costs. Baggage is entirely at owner’s risk. The right is reserved to decline to accept as a trip participant, or remove from a trip, without refund, any person Gohagan judges to be incapable of meeting the rigors and requirements of participating in the activities, or who is abusive to other trip participants, leaders or third parties, or who Gohagan determines to detract from the enjoyment of the trip by others. Specific room/cabin assignments are within the sole discretion of the hotel or cruise line. Gohagan reserves the right to change the itinerary or trip features at any time and for any reason, with or without notice, and Gohagan shall not be liable for any loss of any kind as a result of any such changes. Ship schedules, port calls, hours of arrival and departure, sightseeing events, special programs and guest lecture series (if applicable), are subject to change or cancellation. Gohagan reserves the right to substitute motorcoach transportation using hotels, inns or lodges for cruise accommodations if necessary due to weather, water conditions or levels, other events of force majeure, mechanical or other conditions beyond the control of Gohagan. Gohagan  is not responsible therefor and is not required to compensate passengers under these circumstances. Gohagan may cancel a trip (or an option) for any reason whatsoever; if  so, its sole responsibility is to refund monies paid by the participant to it. Gohagan, however, is not required under these circumstances to refund the cost of any purchased travel insurance. Gohagan is not required to cancel any trip for any reason including without limitation, United States Department of State, World Health Organization or other Warnings or Advisories of any kind. Gohagan is not responsible for penalties assessed by air carriers resulting from operational and/or itinerary changes, even if Gohagan makes the flight arrangements or cancels the trip. 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Your airline ticket constitutes a contract between you and the airline, even if purchased through Gohagan.LUGGAGE: Luggage allowance policies are set by the airlines and may change without notice.PHYSICAL ACCESSIBILITY: All programs require physical independence and mobility. Any physical or mental condition that may require special medical attention or physical assistance (for example, the need for a wheelchair) must be reported in writing when you make your reservation. Travelers must be able to embark or disembark motorcoaches alone or with minimal assistance from your traveling companion and climb stairs and step over raised thresholds without assistance. Travelers requiring assistance must travel with a companion who will be responsible for handling equipment. DISCOUNTED RESERVATIONS: Discounts apply only to those reservations received in the offices of Gohagan in writing, accompanied by the required deposit, by April 9, 2019. In the event a “discounted” reservation must be cancelled, no “replacement” reservation can be substituted at the discounted rate. A “replacement” reservation is a new reservation and can be substituted only at the full-fare tariff. Cancellation penalties may apply.

CANCELLATIONS: Cancellations for all or any part of the trip including Pre/Post Program(s) reservation(s) will not be effective until received in writing in the offices of Gohagan. Should you have to cancel, the following terms will apply: reservation cancellation(s) are subject to a $200 ($50 Pre/Post Program(s)) per person administrative fee from the time of booking through 121 days prior to departure; from 95 through 120 days prior to departure, $800 ($200 Pre/Post Program(s)) per person; from 61 through 94 days prior to departure, 40% of the published full regular tariffs; from 45 through 60 days prior to departure, 55% of the published full regular tariffs; from 22 through 44  days prior to departure, 70% of the published full regular tariffs; cancellations 21  days or less prior to departure, a no-show, or  early return from the trip will result in forfeiture of 100% of the published full regular tariffs. In addition, any applicable airline cancellation fees, optional excursion cancellation fees and administrative fees may apply.TRIP INSURANCE: We strongly recommend that you purchase trip cancellation insurance. In the event that you must cancel your participation in a travel program, trip cancellation insurance may be the only source of reimbursement. Trip cancellation insurance is available for comprehensive coverage of such expenses in conjunction with cancellation due to illness or accident, and damaged or lost luggage. We will send you an application upon receipt of your reservation.RATES: Prices quoted are based on fares in effect at the time of printing and are subject to change at any time. On land and/or cruise programs, even after full payment, Gohagan reserves the right to increase the tour price in the event of cost increases due to changes in supplier costs, currency fluctuations or fuel or energy surcharges and all such increases are to be paid to Gohagan upon notice to the tour participant of such increases. On programs which include Gohagan purchased interstate or international air (which originates or returns to the United States), no increased costs will be passed on after final payment except for subsequently imposed governmental tax increases.REGISTRATION: CST#: 2031868-40, WST#: 601 767 666, OST#: TA 0905.BINDING ARBITRATION: Any dispute concerning, relating or referring to this Agreement, the brochure or any other literature concerning the trip, or the trip itself, shall be resolved exclusively by binding arbitration pursuant to the Federal Arbitration Act, 9 U.S.C. Sections 1-16, either according to the then existing Commercial Rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA) or pursuant to the Comprehensive Arbitration Rules &  Procedures of the Judicial Arbitration and Mediation Services, Inc. ( JAMS). Such proceedings will be governed by substantive (but not procedural) Illinois law and will take place in Chicago, IL. The arbitrator and not any federal, state, or local court or agency shall have exclusive authority to resolve any dispute relating to the interpretation, applicability, enforceability, conscionability, or formation of this contract, including but not limited to any claim that all or any part of this contract is void or voidable. Please understand that by agreeing to these terms and conditions, the participant and Gohagan are waiving the right to a trial by jury.ACCEPTANCE OF CONTRACT: By forwarding of deposit, the participant certifies that he/she does not have any mental, physical or other condition of disability that would create a hazard for him/herself or other participants and accepts the terms contained in this Release of Liability, Assumption of Risk and Binding Arbitration Agreement.

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